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Empathy

Empathy is a Linux alternative to ICQ on Windows.

Considering a switch? Empathy is one of 3 Internet programs on Linux Alternative.com mapped specifically to ICQ users, and community votes below reflect how it compares to the others.

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Empathy was GNOME's default multi-protocol instant messaging and VoIP client. Read more

Category: Internet Platform: Linux
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Empathy messaging protocol client Internet instant default

2 other Linux alternatives to ICQ

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Kopete

Kopete is a multi-protocol instant messaging client for KDE.

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33% match
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Pidgin

Pidgin is a free, multi-protocol instant messaging client for Linux, Windows and Mac.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Empathy free?

Most Linux alternatives listed here are free and open-source. Check Empathy's own download page for exact licensing terms.

Does Empathy run on Windows too?

Many Linux applications, including some in the Internet category, also have Windows builds. Check the download link above to see what platforms Empathy supports.

What are other alternatives to ICQ besides Empathy?

There are 2 other Linux alternatives to ICQ listed on this page, ranked by community votes.